[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8235]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    IN RECOGNITION OF MARTIN VIRSIS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 28, 2007

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Martin Virsis 
for his unwavering dedication and service to the veterans' community of 
northeast Ohio.
  Martin began his path to success by earning a bachelor's degree at 
Kent State University and later by receiving his master's degree at 
Ohio University. As a licensed nursing home administrator, Martin used 
his talents and implemented his knowledge to manage several nursing 
facilities in Ohio. His devotion to help others in need continued as he 
began to offer transportation for those in the community who 
encountered challenges with mobility due to their disabilities.
  As an Army veteran, Martin is no stranger to the sacrifices and the 
hardships that face those who have courageously served our country, 
only to come home as unrecognized heroes. Because of Martin's desire to 
help those who have fought to protect us, it was no surprise when he, 
Joe Paul and Patricia Cicowicz established Mobil Martin.
  Since 1996, Mobil Martin has provided northeast Ohio veterans with 
quality service and the recognition they deserve. Each year Mobil 
Martin makes donations to various charities that benefit the veterans' 
community and local businesses.
  Every June, Mobil Martin provides transportation to Founder's Day, a 
celebration of the Founder's Path Organization, which gives 
opportunities to disabled and less fortunate veterans without homes. He 
also ensures that the transportation needs for the VA Per Diem at 2100 
Lakeside Avenue are met. In addition to the multitude of services Mobil 
Martin provides, Mobil Martin also employs a large percentage of U.S. 
veterans.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring Martin 
Virsis for his commitment to helping those less fortunate. His 
integrity and selflessness brings great pride to our community.

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